1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2002 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2002 Infiniti FX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1046 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2002 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Daihatsu | Infiniti |
Model | Charmant | FX |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2860 mm |